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(Q60.3) Renal hypoplasia, unilateral
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114 222 in individuals diagnosis renal hypoplasia, unilateral confirmed
8 015 deaths with diagnosis renal hypoplasia, unilateral
7% mortality rate associated with the disease renal hypoplasia, unilateral
Diagnosis renal hypoplasia, unilateral is diagnosed Men are 15.95% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis renal hypoplasia, unilateral
4 242 (6.4 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis renal hypoplasia, unilateral
3 773 (7.9 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease renal hypoplasia, unilateral - Men and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-39, 45-64, 70-89
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 40-44, 65-69, 90-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 70-74, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-69, 75-94
Disease Features renal hypoplasia, unilateral
Absence or low individual and public risk
Renal hypoplasia, unilateral - what does this mean
Renal hypoplasia, unilateral is a congenital condition in which one kidney is underdeveloped due to an abnormality in the development of the kidney during gestation. this can lead to decreased renal function, urine output, and electrolyte balance in the affected kidney.
What happens during the disease - renal hypoplasia, unilateral
Renal hypoplasia, unilateral is a condition in which the affected kidney is smaller than normal and has an incomplete development of its internal structures. it is caused by a disruption of the normal embryonic development of the kidney, which can be due to genetic mutations, environmental factors, or a combination of both. this disruption leads to an abnormal development of the affected kidney, resulting in a smaller than normal size and incomplete development of its internal structures.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Urine analysis
- Blood tests
- Ultrasound imaging
- CT scan
- MRI scan
- Kidney biopsy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the risk of kidney failure and improve kidney function.
- Administer medications to reduce inflammation and improve kidney function.
- Monitor blood pressure and urine output.
- Encourage a healthy diet with low sodium and protein.
- Prescribe diuretics to reduce fluid overload.
- Refer to a nephrologist for further evaluation and management.
- Provide lifestyle modifications to reduce stress on the kidneys.
- Educate patient on the importance of regular monitoring and follow-up.
8 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Renal hypoplasia, unilateral - Prevention
The best way to prevent unilateral renal hypoplasia is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet and regular exercise. additionally, avoiding smoking, alcohol, and illegal drugs, as well as avoiding exposure to environmental toxins, can help reduce the risk of developing this condition.